Much or Many?

Many people confuse the words much or many. These two words are not used interchangeably, usually in sentences that ask a question or state a negative. In short:

The rule

You use much with nouns that are singular and not countable. An example is: How much water is in the fish tank?
You use many with nouns that are plural and countable. An example is: How many pizzas should I buy?

Now, it is your chance to practice. Complete the following sentences by using either much or many correctly.

Question 1:

There weren't ? options for vegetarian food at the restaurant.

1 many

2 much

Question 2:

There aren't ? places to park near the beach.

1 many

2 much

Question 3:

I don't have ? time for hobbies.

1 many

2 much

Question 4:

I don't have ? excuses for why I didn't complete the project on time.

1 many

2 much